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Igniter Cap 

Igniter Module 

Battery - 9 Volt 

Point contacts 
towards module 

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GAS CONNECTION—LIQUID PROPANE (LP)

 

 

NEVER CONNECT THE VERSAPOWER™ COOKING SYSTEM

 

TO AN UNREGULATED GAS SUPPLY.

 

 

Before proceeding, ensure the unit is fitted for LP gas. Connecting to an improper gas type will result in 
poor  performance  and  increased  risk  of  damage  or  injury.  Total  gas  consumption  (per  hour)  with  all 
burners set on “HI” is a follows: 
 

 

Center Burner 

 

  20,000 BTU 

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Perimeter Burner   

  45,000 BTU 

 

 

 

 

 

  

65,000 BTU  

Total gas consumption. 

 
The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, to the 
national  fuel  gas  code,  ANSI  Z223.1a-1988.  Installation  in  Canada  must  be  in  accordance  with  the 
Standard CAN/ CGA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code. 
 
Manifold pressure with LP    

Operating:  10.0” W.C.   

Non-operating: 

11.2” W.C. 

Summary of Contents for VERSAPOWER

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Page 2: ...2 PASTE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL IN THIS LOCATION NOTES VERSAPOWER SERIAL NUMBER LABEL ...

Page 3: ...nal Gas Installation code or CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation code All components must be grounded in accordance with local codes or with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 990 or Canadian Electrical code CSA C22 1 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING The burning of gas cooking fuel generates toxic by products which are on the list of substances which are known by the State of California to...

Page 4: ... Use only dry potholders moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may cause personal burns from steam Do not use a towel or bulky cloth in place of potholders Do not let potholders touch hot por tions of the unit s grate Only certain types of glass heatproof glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suita ble for cooking use These types of materials may break with sudden temperature c...

Page 5: ...it unsafe to operate Inspect the unit at least twice a year Be sure all controls are turned off and the unit is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or around the unit The chemical that produces the spraying action could in the presence of heat ignite or cause metal parts to corrode Do not operate the unit under unprotected combustible construction Use only in well ventilated are as Do...

Page 6: ...truction is required to allow the heat to escape if large diameter pots are used ASSEMBLY Before locating your ALFRESCO VERSAPOWER Cooking System into your Non Combustible en closure complete the following steps 1 Remove all packaging materials 2 Ensure that the burners are positioned correctly on their orifices 3 Position the burner grates on their location 4 Ensure that new batteries are fitted ...

Page 7: ...creased risk of damage or injury Total gas consumption per hour with all burners set on HI is a follows Center Burner 20 000 BTU Perimeter Burner 45 000 BTU 65 000 BTU Total gas consumption The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes to the national fuel gas code ANSI Z223 1a 1988 Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the Standard C...

Page 8: ... which MUST NOT be removed There is also a secondary high capacity hose regulator assembly for connection to a standard 20 Lb LP cylinder The LP gas pressure regulator and hose sup plied with this unit must be used without alteration If this assembly needs to be replaced use only the type specified by ALFRESCO for this appliance The VERSAPOWER Cooking System requires a 90 000 BTU minimum regulator...

Page 9: ...ned and easily accessible as an emergency gas shutoff Your ALFRESCO VERSAPOWER Cooking System for use with Natural Gas comes equipped with it s own regulator which MUST NOT be removed If this regulator needs to be replaced use only the type specified by ALFRESCO for this appliance To connect the regulator hose assembly follow the next steps 1 Locate the regulator and gas connection point in the re...

Page 10: ...ly being applied to the unit Periodically check the whole system for leaks or immediately check if the smell of gas is detected BEFORE TESTING Make sure that all packing material is removed from the unit Do not smoke while leak testing Never leak test with an open flame Make a soap solution of one part liquid detergent and one part water for leak testing purposes Apply the solution to the gas fitt...

Page 11: ...ssure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the unit must be used Never substitute regulators other than those sup plied with the unit If a replacement is necessary contact the facto ry for proper replacement Screw the regulator Type QCC1 into the LP tank Leak check the hose and regulator connections with a soap and water solution be fore operating as explained on the LEAK TESTING section of t...

Page 12: ...1 8 and 3 16 Replace 9 VDC igniter batteries at the first sign of spark weakness 30 grills require one battery all others require two See page 6 for battery replacement instructions BURNER ADJUSTMENTS NOTE VERSAPOWER Cooking System has two burners a center and a perimeter one The follow ing instructions apply to the perimeter burners PERIMETER BURNER AIR ADJUSTMENT Each unit s burners are tested a...

Page 13: ...sufficient air turn the air shutter counter clockwise to allow more air to the burner If the flame is noisy and tends to lift away from the burner there is too much air Turn the air shutter clockwise to reduce the amount of air to the burner NOTE Be careful as the burner could be and or will become very hot after lighting it LOW HEAT SETTING ADJUSTMENT NOTE THE LOW HEAT SETTING ON YOUR UNIT IS PRE...

Page 14: ... soapy cloth and rinse with clean water preferably warm hot water This should remove most substances encountered during the cooking process 2 For more tenacious deposits including oil grease and water borne deposits use a multi purpose cream cleanser and apply with a soft damp cloth Rinsing with fresh water as described above should follow as a last step 3 For really stubborn dirt or burnt on grea...

Page 15: ...s be used to the strengths prescribed by the manufacturer and should be thor oughly rinsed off with clean water immediately after use All cleaning agents containing hypochlorite are unsuitable for long term contact with stainless steel and even when used in the highly diluted form they can give pitting under certain conditions Foodstuffs In general stainless steel is fully resistant to all foodstu...

Page 16: ...of obstructions and debris Maintain at least 3 of space around unit to ensure proper airflow and keep all ventilation openings clear and free of debris Visually check flame characteristics and compare to description on page 13 Adjust if needed Clean appliance after each use and check for blockages especially at the burner orifices after periods of prolonged non use To maintain the appearance of yo...

Page 17: ... that adequate preheat time has elapsed Burners should preheat for at least 10 minutes If adequate preheat time was allowed check the gas supply for a damaged and or kinked supply line Replace if necessary On LP units a mostly empty tank may not have sufficient pressure to run the unit at high heat Replace with a full tank Make sure that the regulator hose assembly being used is the unit supplied ...

Page 18: ...umber located under the drip pan Gas Type Date of installation A brief description of the problem For all other Alfresco Gourmet Grill product inquiries please contact Alfresco Gourmet Grills Customer Service Department 7039 East Slauson Avenue Commerce CA 90040 888 383 8800 or 323 722 7900 323 726 4700 fax Visit us on the WEB at www alfrescogrills com NOTES ...

Page 19: ...esco Gourmet Grills WILL NOT Cover Installation or start up Normal adjustment to burners gas regulators etc Damage resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse hostile environments improper installation or installation not in accordance with local codes Cleaning of igniters and or general maintenance Shipping damage Service by an unauthorized agency Damage or repairs due to service by an unauth...

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